Molten iron monitoring probe cooling dustproof device of centrifugal machine for nodular cast iron pipe production

By designing a cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of a centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production, the problem of damage to the probe caused by high temperature and dust was solved, achieving effective cooling and dust removal of the probe, and ensuring the accuracy of monitoring data and the stability of production.

CN224209096UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-08SAINT GOBAIN PIPELINES CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SAINT GOBAIN PIPELINES CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-20
Publication Date
2026-05-08

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Technical Problem

The molten iron monitoring probe is easily damaged in high-temperature environments, and dust contamination of the lens can lead to errors in the monitoring data, affecting the production process of ductile iron pipes.

Method used

A cooling and dustproof device was designed, comprising a probe lens, a probe housing, a venting sleeving, and a mounting plate. The device achieves probe fixation and airflow cooling through flow gaps and vent holes, and, combined with dust removal components, protects the lens while maintaining monitoring functionality.

Benefits of technology

It effectively protects the probe lens, prevents dust pollution, ensures the accuracy of monitoring data, simplifies the maintenance process, and improves production stability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a molten iron monitoring probe cooling dustproof device of a centrifuge for nodular cast iron pipe production, which comprises a probe lens, a probe housing, a ventilation spacer bush, a mounting plate and a connector, a fixed cavity and a placing cavity are arranged in the probe housing, and a first circulation gap is arranged between the inner wall of the placing cavity and the probe lens. The probe housing is provided with a detection hole corresponding to the detection end, a second circulation gap is arranged between the inner wall of the fixed cavity and the probe lens, the ventilation spacer bush is provided with an air hole, and the first circulation gap and the second circulation gap are communicated through the air hole; according to the utility model, the probe lens is fixed in the probe housing through the ventilation spacer bush and the mounting plate, the probe lens is protected through the probe housing, an air path is formed through the first circulation gap and the second circulation gap, and the optical fiber assembly and the dust removal assembly are integrated, so that dust blowing and cooling can be realized while normal probe monitoring is ensured; and cleaning and maintenance are easy.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipe fitting production technology, specifically to a cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of a centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production. Background Technology

[0002] When centrifugally casting ductile iron pipes, the molten iron should immediately descend after filling the socket. The molten iron detection system is set with a molten iron monitoring probe on the core frame to detect the time it takes for the molten iron to reach the socket. Then, by setting parameters to delay the descent time, the centrifugal casting machine can automatically pour the molten iron into the socket, accurately control the thickness of the cast pipe socket, and rigorously guide the centrifugal casting process of ductile iron pipes.

[0003] However, due to the high operating temperature of the molten iron monitoring probe, its service life is easily affected. At the same time, the large amount of dust floating during operation can contaminate the lens, easily causing errors in the monitoring data and affecting subsequent production processes.

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned defects, the creator of this utility model has finally obtained this utility model after a long period of research and practice. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical deficiencies, this utility model provides a cooling and dustproof device for a molten iron monitoring probe in a centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production. The device includes a probe lens, a probe housing, a venting sleeve, a mounting plate, and a connector. The probe housing contains a fixing cavity and a placement cavity. The probe lens's detection end is positioned within the placement cavity, and a first flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the placement cavity and the probe lens. The probe housing has a detection hole corresponding to the detection end. The fixed end of the probe lens is fixed within the fixing cavity via the venting sleeve and the mounting plate, thus securing the probe lens within the probe housing. A second flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the fixing cavity and the probe lens. The mounting plate has an air pipe hole and an optical fiber hole. The connector is fixed to the probe housing. The air pipe within the connector is fixed within the probe housing through the air pipe hole. The optical fiber within the connector is connected to the probe lens through the optical fiber hole. The venting sleeve has a vent hole, and the first and second flow gaps communicate through the vent hole.

[0006] Preferably, both the fixing cavity and the placement cavity are configured as cylindrical cavities, so that the first flow gap and the second flow gap are both formed as annular flow spaces surrounding the probe lens.

[0007] Preferably, the fixed end of the probe lens is provided with a fixing ring, the cross-sectional diameter of the fixing cavity is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity to form a boss, and the ventilation septum is disposed between the fixing ring and the boss.

[0008] Preferably, the mounting plate is fixedly disposed at one end of the fixed cavity, and the mounting plate abuts against the fixed end of the probe lens, so that the fixing ring is disposed between the mounting plate and the ventilation diaphragm.

[0009] Preferably, the venting sleeve is configured as an annular tube assembly, the venting sleeve has a central connecting hole, the probe lens is disposed in the connecting hole, and a plurality of the vent holes are evenly distributed in a ring around the connecting hole.

[0010] Preferably, the axis of the vent hole is parallel to the axis of the sleeve hole, and a flow groove is provided at the end of the vent sleeve near the first flow gap. The flow groove is a circular cross-sectional groove extending along the axis of the vent sleeve. The cross-sectional diameter of the flow groove is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity, and the end of the vent hole is connected to the flow groove.

[0011] Preferably, the end of the fixing cavity is provided with a first positioning groove, the first positioning groove being an annular groove, and the mounting plate is provided with a first positioning ring, the first positioning ring being disposed within the first positioning groove.

[0012] Preferably, the mounting plate is provided with a second positioning groove, which is an annular groove, and the connector is provided with a second positioning ring, which is disposed in the second positioning groove.

[0013] Preferably, the first positioning ring, the second positioning groove, and the mounting plate are all coaxially arranged, and the fiber optic hole is located at the center of the mounting plate.

[0014] Preferably, the probe housing is provided with a first mounting hole, the mounting plate is provided with a second mounting hole, and the connector is provided with a third mounting hole. The first mounting hole is a threaded hole, and the second and third mounting holes are through holes. The first, second, and third mounting holes are all provided in a one-to-one correspondence. The mounting bolt passes through the corresponding third and second mounting holes in sequence and is threadedly connected to the first mounting hole.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model fixes the probe lens inside the probe housing by means of the ventilation sleeving and the mounting plate, and protects the probe lens by means of the probe housing. The first flow gap and the second flow gap form an air path, integrating the optical fiber assembly and the dust removal assembly. This can achieve dust blowing and cooling while ensuring normal probe monitoring, and is easy to clean and maintain. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in the production of ductile iron pipes;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a structural cross-sectional view of the cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in the production of ductile iron pipes.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural view of the ventilated diaphragm.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural view of the probe housing;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a structural view of the mounting plate.

[0021] The numbers in the diagram represent:

[0022] 1-Probe lens; 2-Probe housing; 3-Ventilation septum; 4-Mounting plate; 5-Connector; 11-Fixing ring; 21-Fixing cavity; 22-Placement cavity; 23-Detection hole; 24-First positioning groove; 25-First mounting hole; 31-Ventilation hole; 32-Socket hole; 33-Flow groove; 34-Flow ring groove; 41-Air tube hole; 42-Fiber optic hole; 43-First positioning ring; 44-Second mounting hole; 51-Third mounting hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The above-mentioned and other technical features and advantages of this utility model will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in the production of ductile iron pipes; Figure 2 This is a structural cross-sectional view of the cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in the production of ductile iron pipes.

[0026] The present invention relates to a cooling and dustproof device for a molten iron monitoring probe in a centrifuge used for ductile iron pipe production. The device includes a probe lens 1, a probe housing 2, a venting sleeve 3, a mounting plate 4, and a connector 5. The probe housing 2 contains a fixed cavity 21 and a placement cavity 22. The detection end of the probe lens 1 is located within the placement cavity 22, and a first flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the placement cavity 22 and the probe lens 1. The probe housing 2 has a detection hole 23 corresponding to the detection end, ensuring that the probe lens 1 monitors the molten iron condition through the detection hole 23. The fixed end of the probe lens 1 is connected to the venting sleeve 3 and the mounting plate. 4. The probe lens 1 is fixedly installed in the fixed cavity 21, thereby fixing the probe lens 1 in the probe housing 2. A second flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the fixed cavity 21 and the probe lens 1. The mounting plate 4 is provided with an air tube hole 41 and an optical fiber hole 42. The connector 5 is fixedly installed on the probe housing 2. The air tube in the connector 5 is fixed in the probe housing 2 through the air tube hole 41. The optical fiber in the connector 5 is connected to the probe lens 1 through the optical fiber hole 42. The ventilation sleeve 3 is provided with a vent hole 31. The first flow gap and the second flow gap are connected through the vent hole 31.

[0027] The cooling airflow generated by the air pipe passes through the second flow gap, the vent 31, the first flow gap, and is discharged through the detection hole 23. The airflow discharged through the detection hole 23 also cleans the dust near the detection hole 23 and the detection end, thereby achieving both cooling and dust prevention.

[0028] Preferably, both the fixing cavity 21 and the placement cavity 22 are cylindrical cavities, so that the first flow gap and the second flow gap are both formed into annular flow spaces surrounding the probe lens 1, which facilitates the overall cooling of the probe lens 1.

[0029] The fixed end of the probe lens 1 is provided with a fixing ring 11. The cross-sectional diameter of the fixing cavity 21 is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity 22 to form a boss. The ventilation sleeve 3 is disposed between the fixing ring 11 and the boss, thereby fixing the position of the ventilation sleeve 3.

[0030] The mounting plate 4 is fixedly disposed at one end of the fixed cavity 21, and the mounting plate 4 abuts against the fixed end of the probe lens 1, so that the fixing ring 11 is disposed between the mounting plate 4 and the ventilation sleeve 3, thereby fixing the position of the probe lens 1 inside the probe cover 2.

[0031] This utility model fixes the probe lens 1 inside the probe housing 2 by means of the ventilation sleeve 3 and the mounting plate 4, and protects the probe lens 1 by means of the probe housing 2. An air path is formed by the first flow gap and the second flow gap, integrating the optical fiber assembly and the dust removal assembly. It can achieve dust blowing and cooling while ensuring normal probe monitoring, and is easy to clean and maintain.

[0032] Example 2

[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 This is a structural view of the ventilation diaphragm; the ventilation diaphragm 3 is configured as an annular tube assembly, and a socket 32 ​​is provided in the center of the ventilation diaphragm 3. The probe lens 1 is disposed in the socket 32 ​​to achieve stable mounting of the ventilation diaphragm 3 on the probe lens 1. A plurality of ventilation holes 31 are evenly distributed in a ring around the socket 32 ​​to achieve uniform transition of airflow from the second flow gap and the first flow gap.

[0034] Preferably, the axis of the vent hole 31 is parallel to the axis of the sleeve hole 32. The boss is designed to ensure that there is sufficient flow space for both the vent hole 31 and the first flow gap. The end of the vent sleeve 3 near the first flow gap is provided with a flow groove 33. The flow groove 33 is a circular cross-sectional groove extending along the axis of the vent sleeve 3. The cross-sectional diameter of the flow groove 33 is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity 22. The end of the vent hole 31 is connected to the flow groove 33, thereby facilitating the flow of air in the vent hole 31 to the first flow gap through the flow groove 33.

[0035] The end of the venting sleeve 3 away from the first flow gap is provided with a flow ring groove 34. The flow ring groove 34 is circular and is connected to the end of each of the vent holes 31, so as to facilitate the airflow of the second flow gap to flow evenly into the vent holes 31.

[0036] Example 3

[0037] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, Figure 4 This is a structural view of the probe housing; Figure 5 This is a structural view of the mounting plate.

[0038] The end of the fixed cavity 21 is provided with a first positioning groove 24, which is an annular groove. The mounting plate 4 is provided with a first positioning ring 43, which is disposed in the first positioning groove 24, thereby fixing the position of the mounting plate 4 on the probe cover 2.

[0039] The mounting plate 4 is provided with a second positioning groove, which is an annular groove. The connector 5 is provided with a second positioning ring, which is disposed in the second positioning groove, thereby fixing the position between the connector 5 and the mounting plate 4.

[0040] The first positioning ring 43, the second positioning groove and the mounting plate 4 are all coaxially arranged, and the fiber optic hole 42 is located at the center of the mounting plate 4, thereby ensuring the smooth connection between the fiber optic cable and the probe lens 1.

[0041] The probe housing 2 is provided with a first mounting hole 25, the mounting plate 4 is provided with a second mounting hole 44, and the connector 5 is provided with a third mounting hole 51. The first mounting hole 25 is a threaded hole, and the second mounting hole 44 and the third mounting hole 51 are through holes. The first mounting hole 25, the second mounting hole 44 and the third mounting hole 51 are all provided in a one-to-one correspondence. The mounting bolt passes through the corresponding third mounting hole 51 and the second mounting hole 44 in sequence and is threadedly connected to the first mounting hole 25, thereby realizing the fixed connection of the connector 5, the mounting plate 4 and the probe housing 2.

[0042] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is illustrative rather than restrictive. Those skilled in the art will understand that many changes, modifications, and even equivalents can be made within the spirit and scope defined by the claims of the present utility model, all of which will fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of a centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production, characterized in that, The device includes a probe lens, a probe housing, a venting sleeve, a mounting plate, and a connector. The probe housing has a fixing cavity and a placement cavity. The detection end of the probe lens is placed in the placement cavity, and a first flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the placement cavity and the probe lens. The probe housing has a detection hole corresponding to the detection end. The fixing end of the probe lens is fixed in the fixing cavity through the venting sleeve and the mounting plate. A second flow gap is provided between the inner wall of the fixing cavity and the probe lens. The mounting plate has an air tube hole and an optical fiber hole. The connector is fixed on the probe housing. The air tube in the connector is fixed in the probe housing through the air tube hole. The optical fiber in the connector is connected to the probe lens through the optical fiber hole. The venting sleeve has a vent hole, and the first flow gap and the second flow gap are connected through the vent hole.

2. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the fixing cavity and the placement cavity are configured as cylindrical cavities, so that the first flow gap and the second flow gap are both formed as annular flow spaces surrounding the probe lens.

3. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The fixed end of the probe lens is provided with a fixing ring, and the cross-sectional diameter of the fixing cavity is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity to form a boss. The ventilation septum is disposed between the fixing ring and the boss.

4. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The mounting plate is fixedly disposed at one end of the fixed cavity, and the mounting plate abuts against the fixed end of the probe lens, so that the fixing ring is disposed between the mounting plate and the ventilation diaphragm.

5. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The ventilation sleeve is configured as a circular tube assembly, with a connecting hole at the center of the ventilation sleeve. The probe lens is disposed inside the connecting hole, and a plurality of ventilation holes are evenly distributed in a ring around the connecting hole.

6. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The axis of the vent hole is parallel to the axis of the sleeve hole. The end of the vent sleeve near the first flow gap is provided with a flow groove. The flow groove is a circular cross-sectional groove extending along the axis of the vent sleeve. The cross-sectional diameter of the flow groove is larger than the cross-sectional diameter of the placement cavity, and the end of the vent hole is connected to the flow groove.

7. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The end of the fixed cavity is provided with a first positioning groove, which is an annular groove. The mounting plate is provided with a first positioning ring, which is disposed in the first positioning groove.

8. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The mounting plate is provided with a second positioning groove, which is an annular groove. The connector is provided with a second positioning ring, which is disposed in the second positioning groove.

9. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The first positioning ring, the second positioning groove, and the mounting plate are all coaxially arranged, and the optical fiber hole is located at the center of the mounting plate.

10. The cooling and dust prevention device for the molten iron monitoring probe of the centrifuge used in ductile iron pipe production as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The probe housing has a first mounting hole, the mounting plate has a second mounting hole, and the connector has a third mounting hole. The first mounting hole is a threaded hole, and the second and third mounting holes are through holes. The first, second, and third mounting holes are all provided in a one-to-one correspondence. The mounting bolt passes through the corresponding third and second mounting holes in sequence and is threadedly connected to the first mounting hole.